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Copar is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. Copar also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Copar depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Copar are Diarrhoea, Drowsiness, Insomnia. While these are the most often observed Copar side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Copar go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Copar is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Copar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Copar is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Copar contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Copar have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Copar is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Copar is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Copar safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Copar without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Copar safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Copar.
What is the effect of Copar on the Kidneys?
Copar rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Copar on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Copar. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Copar on the Heart?
Side effects of Copar rarely affect the heart.
Copar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Copar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Copar habit forming or addictive?
Copar is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Copar
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Copar with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Copar
Taking alcohol with Copar can be dangerous.
Yes, Copar can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Copar along with ibuprofen.
No, Copar does not cause seizures. The available scientific data does not show a clear-cut association between the use of this drug and seizures.
Yes, Copar is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as fatigue, restlessness, and dizziness. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
No, Copar does not cause dry mouth. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing dry mouth after taking this drug then it might be caused by other reason. You are advised to discuss it with your doctor if it persists or becomes severe.
Copar contains metoclopramide which is an antiemetic agent that prevents from nausea and vomiting by inhibiting certain chemical messengers (neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin) in the brain. In diabetic gastroparesis, Copar works by increasing gastrointestinal motility and fasting the gastric emptying process. In gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Copar works by increasing lower esophageal sphincter (LES) tone which prevents the gastric contents to reach food pipe that causes symptoms associated with GERD.
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Reglan® (metoclopramide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 664-667
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ofirmev (acetaminophen)
